This expert is a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine with more than 30 years of experience in podiatry, specializing in foot and ankle reconstructive surgery for both adult and pediatric patients. His clinical practice encompasses surgical and non-surgical management of ankle injuries, bunions, hammertoes, flat feet, heel spurs, plantar fasciitis, neuromas, Achilles tendon conditions, tendon adhesions, diabetic foot complications, geriatric foot care, and ingrown toenails. He also performs podiatric procedures utilizing medical laser technology, including nail fungus treatments with Cutera and PinPointe laser systems. His work includes comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and surgical intervention for complex foot and ankle disorders. He is board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery and is a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. He maintains active hospital staff privileges and has served in leadership roles, including Chief of Podiatry at a regional hospital.

He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Zoology prior to completing his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree. He subsequently completed post-graduate residency training in podiatric medicine and surgery through hospital-based programs, where he completed hospital-based residency training in podiatric medicine and surgery. He holds licensure in California and has maintained certifications related to radiology and fluoroscopy. In addition to his clinical and surgical practice, he has more than 10 years of experience as a podiatry expert witness, providing consultations, deposition testimony, and courtroom testimony in matters involving foot and ankle surgery and podiatric care. His litigation work involves evaluation of surgical techniques, postoperative outcomes, standards of care, and management of foot and ankle conditions in both adult and pediatric populations. He is an active member of multiple professional organizations related to podiatric medicine and foot and ankle surgery.